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Benchmade - Mini Griptilian 557 Knife

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Brand Benchmade
Special Feature Pocket Clip,Reversible,Rust Resistant
Age Range (Description) Adult
Included Components Lock
Handle Material Nylon
Color Black
Style Plain Edge/Satin Finish
Blade Length 2.91 Inches
Power Source Manual

About this item

  • HIGH-QUALITY: The 154CM stainless steel blade is tough, rust resistant, and holds an edge well. The glass-filled nylon handle is tough yet attractive, making it ideal for hard jobs and everyday carry.
  • WELL-DESIGNED: Benchmade's AXIS lock is exceptionally strong and fully ambidextrous. The Mini Griptilian 557 is a manual knife that can be opened and closed single-handedly.
  • COMFORTABLE: The 557's smaller, lighter design and handle grips make it comfortable to hold, use, and take anywhere. The reversible pocket clip offers ultimate accessibility.
  • VERSATILE: The Mini Griptilian 557's tanto blade style is mostly tactical in nature but is versatile enough for everyday use.

Product Description

When it comes to all around functionality, you can't beat the Griptillian. There are more shapes, sizes and colors available in the Griptillian than any other product family from Benchmade. Intended for Rescue, Everyday or Tactical use, the Griptilian 557 has a lanyard hole and a standard clip type with a reversible tip-up clip position. Specifications: Designer: Pardue | Mechanism: AXIS | Action: Manual-opening | Blade Steel: 154CM (58-61 HRC) | Blade Length: 2.91" (7.39cm) | Blade Thickness: 0.100" (2.54mm) | Open Length: 6.78" (17.22cm) | Closed Length: 3.87" (9.83cm) | Handle Thickness: 0.51" (12.95mm) | Weight: 3.89oz. (110.28g).

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
189 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the sharpness, quality, size and weight of the knife. For example, they say the blade is super sharp, it's well built, durable and dependable. Some appreciate the weight and balance. Customers are also happy with versatility, comfort, and locking mechanism.

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66 customers mention62 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the knife. They mention that it comes from the box absolutely razor sharp, and stays sharp. Some appreciate the quality of the blade, saying that it's easy to sharpen and holds a great edge. Overall, most are happy with the quality, fit, and finish of this knife.

"This is one of the best edc knives around...." Read more

"...Now, the blade. It comes from the box absolutely razor sharp. A huge plus, since I am not very good at properly sharpening blades!..." Read more

"...The blade is sturdy and thick; comes hair-shave sharp and I really like this tanto version...." Read more

"...The 154cm tanto is good for piercing material and cutting tasks and is rather easy to sharpen...." Read more

55 customers mention55 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the knife. They mention that it is well built, durable, and dependable. They also say that it stands up to serious abuse, has a great steel and great design, and that it holds an edge for a while.

"...Just perfect.The 154cm blade steel is a great all around choice. Edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance are all present...." Read more

"...Ambidextrous, with mild spring pressure keeping the button in place, just pull it down and give your wrist a flick and the blade deploys every time...." Read more

"...The Mini-Griptillian is a large knife in a small package. The blade is sturdy and thick; comes hair-shave sharp and I really like this tanto version..." Read more

"...The mini grip is a compact, lightweight, and sturdy knife which could be the only knife a person would need...." Read more

31 customers mention27 positive4 negative

Customers like the size of the knife. They say it's not too big, not too small, lightweight, and sturdy. They also say it fits wonderfully in their hand and is a good size to carry everyday.

"...It's not too big, not too small, lightweight but sturdy, just perfect for edc." Read more

"...The Mini-Griptillian is a large knife in a small package...." Read more

"...The mini grip is a compact, lightweight, and sturdy knife which could be the only knife a person would need...." Read more

"...If your plan is everyday usage, your guess is as good as mine. It's small and light, which is a plus for EDC, especially in a suit...." Read more

18 customers mention18 positive0 negative

Customers like the weight of the knife. For example, they say it's light enough to be an everyday carry, has a perfect balance, and is sturdy. Some appreciate the size and weight of mini grip.

"...It's not too big, not too small, lightweight but sturdy, just perfect for edc." Read more

"...The weight and balance are perfect...." Read more

"...This one is light too; easy to carry in dress pants or whatever...." Read more

"...The mini grip is a compact, lightweight, and sturdy knife which could be the only knife a person would need...." Read more

15 customers mention12 positive3 negative

Customers like the appearance of the knife. They say it has simple mechanisms and good looks. They also appreciate the dark olive drab color and the black blade and tan scales.

"...Elegant and sophisticated, yet so mindlessly simple. Would be worth 5 stars on this feature alone...." Read more

"...The black handle with silver tanto combo looks classy. Can wear this knife with anything from a pair of old jeans to a tuxedo...." Read more

"...A look only a true Benchmade fan can love. However, its ugliness hides a great, useful knife at a reasonable price!..." Read more

"...It became dangerously dull after a few weeks of use...." Read more

15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

Customers find the pocket knife great for everyday carry. They say it's light, discreet, and a perfect addition to their EDC gear.

"...It's not too big, not too small, lightweight but sturdy, just perfect for edc." Read more

"Great knife for the money. Sharp out of the box and well built. Makes for a nice EDC as it's light, carries discreetly while clipped to pants pocket..." Read more

"...Overall it's an excellent knife with top knotch quality and perfect for edc." Read more

"This pocket knife is a perfect addition to my edc gear. Keeps a sharp edge after a couple of months...." Read more

13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the comfort of the knife. They mention that it feels quite nice in the hand, is ergonomic, and is centered in the handle.

"...keeps a good edge, stands up to some serious abuse, and it feels quite nice in the hand...." Read more

"...Its a smooth perfectly sized knife.The blade design is beautiful, but it does need sharpening...." Read more

"...the Griptillain handle which makes holding the knife during use comfortable and safe...." Read more

"I love the handle and feel of this benchmade. Can’t feel it in your front pocket it’s so light. Opens fast as a switch blade...." Read more

12 customers mention12 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the locking mechanism of the knife. They mention that it works well, is smooth, and simple. Some say that the axis lock is one of the strongest locks out there.

"...NEVER been able to overpower the locking mechanism; it keeps the blade safely locked out and in place...." Read more

"...The axis lock engages well and I have no difficulty opening and closing the knife...." Read more

"...The axis lock is a great smooth system, very flickable and alot of fun...." Read more

"...But the feeling is great, and it doesn't feel cheap.The blade is locked in enough that it wont just open up, but its also easy enough to open..." Read more

This is one of the best edc knives around
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This is one of the best edc knives around
This is one of the best edc knives around. Most of the time what makes something the "best" really comes down to personal preferences, but I can confidently say this ones up there on the list.Part of why I say this is the price. It's inexpensive enough that you don't have to baby it, and at a little over $90 there's not much competition. The locking mechanism, build quality, and blade steel all warrant a higher price. There's a couple Spyderco's around this price point that are absolutely worth owning, but if I had to pick one sub $100 edc knife I pick this.About that locking mechanism, it's Benchmade's Axis system, and it's fantastic. It also acts as a detent for the blade. Not a detent as in a small bump that seats in a recess, but instead the same pin that locks the blade in place when open, also holds the blade in place when closed. You have to overcome the spring in the mechanism to open the blade, but after you open it x degrees, it opens the rest of the way with negligible resistance. The thing is rock solid when open. It's safe, snaps open quickly, and opens and unlocks easily with one hand. Just perfect.The 154cm blade steel is a great all around choice. Edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance are all present. Not the best in any of those categories, but good in all of them.My one beef is the handle scales. The plastic they use feels cheap. I didn't take off a star because it's perfectly functional material, and most brand-name knives have basic plastic handles at this price point. I just don't like the look and feel, but that's not even really an issue anyway. This knife is so popular that there are plenty of aftermarket scales. I bought black micarta ones I found on Amazon, but I've also seen g-10 and carbon fiber ones.Just buy it, you know you want to, and this is more practical than a lot of other knives you probably also want. It's not too big, not too small, lightweight but sturdy, just perfect for edc.
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Micah
5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of the best edc knives around
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2017
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This is one of the best edc knives around. Most of the time what makes something the "best" really comes down to personal preferences, but I can confidently say this ones up there on the list.

Part of why I say this is the price. It's inexpensive enough that you don't have to baby it, and at a little over $90 there's not much competition. The locking mechanism, build quality, and blade steel all warrant a higher price. There's a couple Spyderco's around this price point that are absolutely worth owning, but if I had to pick one sub $100 edc knife I pick this.

About that locking mechanism, it's Benchmade's Axis system, and it's fantastic. It also acts as a detent for the blade. Not a detent as in a small bump that seats in a recess, but instead the same pin that locks the blade in place when open, also holds the blade in place when closed. You have to overcome the spring in the mechanism to open the blade, but after you open it x degrees, it opens the rest of the way with negligible resistance. The thing is rock solid when open. It's safe, snaps open quickly, and opens and unlocks easily with one hand. Just perfect.

The 154cm blade steel is a great all around choice. Edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance are all present. Not the best in any of those categories, but good in all of them.

My one beef is the handle scales. The plastic they use feels cheap. I didn't take off a star because it's perfectly functional material, and most brand-name knives have basic plastic handles at this price point. I just don't like the look and feel, but that's not even really an issue anyway. This knife is so popular that there are plenty of aftermarket scales. I bought black micarta ones I found on Amazon, but I've also seen g-10 and carbon fiber ones.

Just buy it, you know you want to, and this is more practical than a lot of other knives you probably also want. It's not too big, not too small, lightweight but sturdy, just perfect for edc.
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Micah
5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of the best edc knives around
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2017
This is one of the best edc knives around. Most of the time what makes something the "best" really comes down to personal preferences, but I can confidently say this ones up there on the list.

Part of why I say this is the price. It's inexpensive enough that you don't have to baby it, and at a little over $90 there's not much competition. The locking mechanism, build quality, and blade steel all warrant a higher price. There's a couple Spyderco's around this price point that are absolutely worth owning, but if I had to pick one sub $100 edc knife I pick this.

About that locking mechanism, it's Benchmade's Axis system, and it's fantastic. It also acts as a detent for the blade. Not a detent as in a small bump that seats in a recess, but instead the same pin that locks the blade in place when open, also holds the blade in place when closed. You have to overcome the spring in the mechanism to open the blade, but after you open it x degrees, it opens the rest of the way with negligible resistance. The thing is rock solid when open. It's safe, snaps open quickly, and opens and unlocks easily with one hand. Just perfect.

The 154cm blade steel is a great all around choice. Edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance are all present. Not the best in any of those categories, but good in all of them.

My one beef is the handle scales. The plastic they use feels cheap. I didn't take off a star because it's perfectly functional material, and most brand-name knives have basic plastic handles at this price point. I just don't like the look and feel, but that's not even really an issue anyway. This knife is so popular that there are plenty of aftermarket scales. I bought black micarta ones I found on Amazon, but I've also seen g-10 and carbon fiber ones.

Just buy it, you know you want to, and this is more practical than a lot of other knives you probably also want. It's not too big, not too small, lightweight but sturdy, just perfect for edc.
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Matt
5.0 out of 5 stars Do NOT regret!
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2015
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I wrote a review not too long ago for the SOG Mini-trident, which is probably the most comparable knife on the market. I had bought it to replace the Mini-griptillian I had lost. The entire time I owned the SOG, I wished I had just sucked it up and spent the extra $30-40 to get the griptillian. And now that I had an excuse to pick up the tanto version of the mini-griptillian (lost the SOG some place) my doubts about the SOG were only reinforced; THIS is the knife by which all other knives should be measured!

First, the Axis-lock is simple, resilient, and addictingly satisfying to deploy. Ambidextrous, with mild spring pressure keeping the button in place, just pull it down and give your wrist a flick and the blade deploys every time. Depress the button again and flick it back shut to safely tuck the blade away with one hand and zero risk to your fingers. No infuriating "safety" switch accidentally deploying in your pocket, keeping the blade shut. No dangerous compression device or spring to wrestle with both hands to shut the blade again. Just easy, single-handed gravity based deployment. And I've NEVER been able to overpower the locking mechanism; it keeps the blade safely locked out and in place. Elegant and sophisticated, yet so mindlessly simple. Would be worth 5 stars on this feature alone.

Now, the blade. It comes from the box absolutely razor sharp. A huge plus, since I am not very good at properly sharpening blades! The weight and balance are perfect. The tanto point has a "clip point" style drop from the back of the blade ("mune") which creates a more angular tip, I would presume for added strength. I haven't had any issues with tip/blade chipping or breaking after several prying tasks.

No regrets here folks, well worth the extra bit of cash to have a higher quality, simpler, and safer knife than what the competition can offer.
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JColez
5.0 out of 5 stars Could be the best EDC folder - blade under 3 inches
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2012
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... that is, if you got the cash. I love Benchmade Axis lock folders. They are among my favorites of all pocket-clip style folders. You don't need assisted-opening, as these knives are so quick and smooth to flip open. I use the lock to open mine quickly or thumb studs to finesse it open. The Mini-Griptillian is a large knife in a small package. The blade is sturdy and thick; comes hair-shave sharp and I really like this tanto version. It's less than 3 inches long, but the cutting edge runs almost the full length of the knife-blade. This one is light too; easy to carry in dress pants or whatever. There are so many versions/colors of the Mini - I'm eyeballing the Cabelas D-2 version next (rubbing hands together). I collect knives and believe that of all that I own I have no bias toward one brand or the next. I do, however, adore the Axis lock - it's a difference maker for me and Benchmade integrates it in many of their knives. If you don't own a Benchmade 940 (my most prized knife), the mini is a cheaper, little brother. It will serve you well, and is built to last a life-time, whether you're busting open dip cans, boxes, or opening your mail. The tanto version has serrations so it will handle rope and branches a bit better than it's non-serrated brother. I plan to have the non-serrated version too. I also love the large Griptillian folder. It too can be EDC'd, but it's a larger knife also good for hunting/skinning use. I don't love the plasticky handles on these (my only knock). I wish they had G-10 scales instead. Jimping up top is good, but could be better (see Spyderco for how to jimp). You will love this knife and it will be among your favorites. Buy with confidence - a great high quality product.
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CKo
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent every day carry knive
Reviewed in Germany on June 2, 2015
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I carry this knive almost every day because it is very light weight and almost disappears in your pocket. I own a number of folders but this one gets by far the most pocket time. US produced, very ergonomic, excellent build quality, great blade shapes available and overall very solid price-value relation.
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K.C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Mein neues EDC
Reviewed in Germany on April 2, 2016
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Habe relativ viele Messerchen, sonst war immer ein Kershaw Skyline, Ontario Rat 2 oder ein Esse Zancudo dabei. Aber das hier hat alle ersetzt.
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